The Maricopa County Justice Museum & Learning Center

This year’s theme is:

The 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence:

Celebrating Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
  

We offer two contests:

• One for students aged 5-12 by August 15, 2026, to submit drawings that may be featured on notecards to benefit the Justice Museum. 
• One for students aged 13-18 by August 15, 2026, to submit artwork that may be displayed in the Justice Museum.    

Before Hamilton rapped about it, 56 brave Americans signed a document that created the country we hold dear. On July 4, 2026, America will celebrate 250 years of independence —a significant milestone in our nation’s history. In honor of this historic anniversary, this year’s art contest celebrates that singular document that announced our separation from England, 

the Declaration of Independence.

Illustration Ideas:

• Kids holding a scroll together• Fairness in everyday life• “We the People” filled with diverse faces• Freedom growing like a tree• A balance scale of freedom and fairness• A bridge built from kindness and justice

Artwork Deadline is August 15, 2026